Veterans Compensation & Pension Exams

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1. C & P Exam Worksheet Index

   VA Compensation and Pension Disability Exam Worksheets : http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Benefits/exams/index.htm New Link to VA DBQ's. http://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/dbq_disabilityexams.asp

   Asked by carlie, January 17, 2011

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3. Recording C & P Examinations

   Recording C & P Examination Info : M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iv, Chapter 3, Section A Section A. Examination Requests 1. General Information on Examination Requests f. Veteran's Legal Rights A veteran has no legal right to

   Asked by carlie, January 4, 2011

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4. Latest Compensation & Pension (C&P) Clinicians Guide as of 2020

   This is the latest Compensation & Pension (C&P) Clinicians Guide dated 20180719. The only other one I've seen is dated 2002, including the one on this website and the VA website. I got this from my claims agent, who got it from the VA. VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) Clinicians Guide 2 Final Corrected 20180719.pdf

   Asked by marathonjon, August 1

   • c&pexam
   • clinicians-guide
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5. Bypassing the C&P Exam and speeding up the process

   Scene setter - Retired Navy vet who left service with 40% SC in 1981 - Degenerative joint disease - cervical spine 30%, Hypertension with mild renal insufficiency 10%, sinusitis 10%, bilateral hearing loss 0%. At this moment the individual is in a nursing home with severe dementia (does not always recognize his wife), has COVID19 (asymptomatic) and has diagnosed severe kidney insufficiency moderate to severe. I found out he had VA disability and after 2 months finally got the wife to ask the VA for what his disabilities are. She has POA for him in all matters. How do we get him evaluated for a possible increase on his kidney problem. I am having them submit a ITF im…

   Asked by CapnHaddock, Friday at 04:30 PM

   • c&p exam
   • rapid claim
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6. VBA is making it more difficult to get copies of C&P exams

   Why does the VA continue to make it more difficult for us to view our C&P exams? First, they took away our access to exams done by contractors and now they delay our access to exams done at VAMCs. In the not too distant past, I was able to walk into the VAMC records department, fill out a form and instantly get copies of contractor performed exams. Now the VAMC no longer gets copies of those exams. They said they used to get a courtesy copy of the exams but they no longer get them. I say B.S. I had an exam done at the VAMC on September 11, 2020. I've been checking my VAMC medical records online every day waiting for a copy of the exam to show up there. …

   Asked by deedub75, September 16

   • c&pexam
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7. C&P for hearing loss

   I am currently service connected at 0% for hearing loss and have an upcoming C&P hearing exam (request for increase) for my hearing in hopes of getting a % of at least 10%. My question is even if my hearing loss if significant but the Maryland CNC test yields decent results (speech recognition is normal) would I have any chance at getting an increase over the current 0%? Thank you in advance.

   Asked by Ranmic, October 4

   • hearing loss
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8. Found random C&P exam

   Not sure who might know this, possibly @brokensoldier244th, but would there be any reason for a C&P exam being performed (in my record), without me filing a claim during the time I had the exam? It appears favorable with exception to the examiner making a remark toward the end. I recall sitting down with someone from mental health during that time at the VA because I indicated my issues with mental health during my (presumptive from exiting active duty) left knee claim that was SC'd. I just find it odd that, even with diagnosis and favorable findings, it was never listed as a disability or NSC disability. I never even knew it existed until recently I ca…

   Asked by Foxhound6, September 23

   • records/ebenifits/evidence
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9. C&P exam question

   Hello, I have a CP exam coming up soon for my dispute over 0% rating for scar. Is it possible to get 10% effective the time of scar rating for a hernia? I have a large forearm hernia below scar that I was told can't really be fixed. Also what is a painful scar? After surgery there was 1 obvious adhesion at wrist that surgeon had to break by bending wrist back. I think I have more at base of thumb because it's enlarged and restricts motion but not enough to be rated under range of motion. However repeated use does cause pain where the surgery was and adhesions are scar tissue. Thanks

   Asked by Confusedvet1, September 30

   • scar
   • hernia
   • forearm
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10. C&P

    C&P in 10 minutes, wish me luck. I've throwed up 4 times already this morning

    Asked by Joey Ross, August 7

    • today
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11. Upcomine C&P Exam for Nerve Damage due to surgery; What happens in that C&P?

    Long story short. 🙂 My left knee is 30% Service connected. During the ACL surgery they nerves across the knee were severed and I have no feeling in the outside of my leg from the knee to the top of the foot/ankle area and around the front near the top of my foot. That area also no longer has hair. The inner muscle on my calf is significantly smaller than the other. I have an up and coming C&P exam with VES. I would like to know what all they do in this exam. Anyone have an idea? I don't think it falls under paralysis of the nerve as I still have function. I don't know if it falls under neuritis or neuralgia? Anyone have an idea?

    Asked by WBrennan, September 23

    • acl nerve damage secondary
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12. LHI? Anyone had any experiences previously?

    I was contacted and sent to LHI for ratings increase on PTSD. I was of course on edge just because and then going to a unknown contractor bothered me a bit. But as I read on here they listed the doctors name and credentials which I used to investigate the doctor and liked what I found. I showed up to the appointment and expected the appointment to last at least half as long as they paperwork called for which was about an hour and a half. Appointment time was 0800 hrs and I was back out the door and in my car by 0825. Now to the nitty gritty. It was not bad at all. The doctor had reviewed all of my stressors prior to me coming in and we did not speak of them at all …

    Asked by ShilohLee, October 4, 2018

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13. All VA claim (C&P) exam resumption

    https://benefits.va.gov/compensation/claimexam.asp

    Asked by pacmanx1, September 17

    • just passing on
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14. LHI

    I just recently (9/15/2020), applied to have my knee issues to be assigned as secondary to my already granted disability claim. I received a call today from a person stating he was gathering information for an appointment for me. I have been complaining about this issue to my VA doctors since 2018. I have constantly complained had xrays, taken medication etcetera. What is LHI and what do they do for you/the va?

    Asked by Msdupree, September 16

    • manna
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15. TBI CLAIM

    I submitted this claim for TBI with MRI and my psychiatrist records stating I had this since 2001 and letter stating I cannot work due to my injury! I used the DAV! I got two computer generated letters! The claim was submitted 15 January 2020! How long does claims take these days! My claim in the year 2001 did not take this long! Is the the sign of denying my claim or should I get rid of the DAV and retain a Lawyer to represent me?

    Asked by Mr.B, June 8

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16. c&p LHI on back related

    Good morning. I have a C&P with LHI related to a claim on my back. Can anyone please advise on how to prepare for this exam?

    Asked by joe velasquez, September 9

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17. Example of disputing C&P Exam

    Asked by Ddsr, July 9

    • comp and pen
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18. Higher level review

    After higher level review, VA is correcting 3 errors. Letter states that VA is developing for a examination to consolidate conflicting information about my mental health condition. I have a C&P Friday. What should I expect in this one?

    Asked by Joey Ross, August 6

    • c&p
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19. C&P Exam: Mentioning Inaccuracies to RO Before Claim is Decided

    Thank you to everyone who shares information and experiences! My question: Is it wise for me to attach a memo to my claim detailing the inaccurate info. on my C&P exam since I have proof it’s inaccurate? I just figure it can’t hurt and maybe it will result in me having to avoid an appeal if I can make RO aware of discrepancies now. I almost feel like I need a camera & microphone to record exams; which I wouldn’t do, it’s probably against the rules...but when medical professionals lie on reports...it’s tempting. I would like to say she made mistakes, but she blatantly falsified information. Unfortunately, this seems common practice during alot of VA exam…

    Asked by FlyHigh1995, February 8, 2019

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20. C&P Exam for Hearing Loss and Tinnitus

    What happens during a C&P exam for Hearing Loss and Tinnitus? I stated, during veteran group discussion, that they do a full audiology exam and question about tinnitus symptoms. Another group member stated, he didn't have a hearing test, but was questioned in detail only about tinnitus. Another veteran said he didn't have a discharge hearing evaluation and that played into his favor because the doctor basically could't establish a baseline and went off of his MOS. Lastly, one veteran was prescribed hearing aides (8 years); however I assume he was service connected due to notes about hearing loss in his VA file. All comments are welcomed…

    Asked by Fat, August 24

    • aaaaa
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21. TDIU and future exams

    Not sure if this is a dumb question or not. I was rated for TDIU in July 2020, effective 2014. I have an appeal on another claim from 2015. Does going to an exam to get rated for your claim even matter? I’m asking because I have an exam with VES this Wednesday. I’m currently rated at 80% combined. If VES exam results in positive outcome, should receive 70% for depression and anxiety as recommended by IMO doctor report and his DBQ. I’m just wondering if you would still receive backpay if you’re already rated at TDIU level. My brain says no because I’m being paid at highest level already. Guess wishful thinking part of my brain hopes for additional …

    Asked by Jamezam, August 25

    • tdiu
    • ves
    • qtc
    • exams
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